2026-07-29 23:04:52The next morning, Nick made a simple excuse to Celia and the others, he needed to travel to the Southeastern Territories for a few days on personal business. They didn't press him for details, only reminded him to come back soon and check in so they'd know he was safe. He felt a pang of reluctance looking at them but forced it down. Now wasn't the time for sentimentality. He had something far more important to do.
He needed to find Nolan Walton and get answers about his own origins.
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Nick Crane could hardly believe what he was hearing.This mysterious mother of his had a way of doing things that left him completely unable to predict her next move. After all these twists and turns, all this searching, this was the answer waiting for him at the end. Anyone in his position would refuse to simply let it go, and Nick carried a blood debt that demanded repayment.Nick pressed him, his voice tight. "Why would my birth mother have any connection to the Walton family? If I'm not one of them, then who is my real father?"The Walton patriarch exhaled a long, heavy sigh. He rose to his feet and spoke in a tone laden with meaning. "That is a very long story."Under the old man's slow, measured narration, a secret the Walton family had guarded for more than twenty years finally came to light.Over two decades ago, the Walton family had been nothing more than a nameless minor clan in the Southeastern Territories. The region was crowded with powerful fa
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When Nick Crane's words landed, the ten warriors standing at the old patriarch's side changed color instantly.One of them stepped forward without hesitation. "Elder Walton, let me deal with this brat. I'll teach him some manners.""Utterly disrespectful. Absolutely audacious."The others radiated killing intent, their fists clenched so tightly the knuckles cracked. Any disrespect shown to Elder Walton or Nolan Walton was disrespect shown to them, and they would not tolerate it.Nick laughed coldly in his heart, battle intent surging through every fiber of his being. "Enough talk. You want a fight? Then come fight."His gaze swept across each of the Warlord Saint tier warriors in turn, killing intent radiating outward like a blade's edge. He had just broken through to the Warlord Saint tier himself. These men would make perfect sparring partners. A martial artist's realm could only advance through relentless combat, through pushing past every limit the body
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Nick Crane waved them off. This was something he didn't want them involved in.He was about to refuse when it happened.From the VIP lounge beside the airport terminal, a refined-looking man approached with measured steps. His features were scholarly, his manner impeccably polite."Mr. Crane, my family's elder patriarch requests the honor of your presence at the estate for a conversation." He inclined his head slightly. "A car is already waiting. Please, come with me."Nick studied him for a moment. The man's aura was tightly restrained, his energy coiled inward. This was no ordinary person.Warren Gallagher went on immediate alert. "Which family do you belong to?""The Southeastern Walton family."The words struck like a thunderclap. Every face in the group changed.Serena and Helena's instincts screamed danger. This man's strength was far from negligible. Their fingers quietly closed around the short blades concealed in their sleeves. The in
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The moment Nick Crane gave the order, Warren Gallagher nodded. The helicopter had already descended to less than ten feet off the ground, and he was about to signal his men to lower the rope ladder."No need," Nick called out. "I'm in a hurry."He took one step back, then launched himself forward with explosive force. In a single leap, he cleared the gap to the helicopter's open door, grabbed the handrail, and swung himself inside.The pilot stared, slack-jawed. That kind of fluid precision was something even the Tempest Warlord probably couldn't pull off. Below, everyone watching felt their hearts seize. This was beyond the realm of ordinary human capability.Warren and Aurelius Cain didn't dare hesitate. They scrambled up the rope ladder as fast as they could. Neither of them understood why Nick was so determined to kill Nolan Walton, but given his status as the Dragon Warlord, they would support him without question. The Sunblade Warlord, for his part, wanted
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Every guest in the hall stood with their mouths hanging open, unable to believe what they were witnessing.The Sunblade Warlord had knelt of his own accord and begged Nick Crane's forgiveness.What kind of honor was this? What kind of absurdity?The Stormwell family's people were trembling from head to toe, not daring to utter a single word. Ezra Kingsley rose from his seat, wanting to greet the Sunblade Warlord properly, but his legs refused to move. Today, they had offended Nick beyond measure. If Nick decided to hold them accountable, what could they possibly do?Damien Ravencroft was drenched in cold fear. He thanked every star in the sky that he hadn't continued fighting Nick. Otherwise, he would have ended up exactly like his brother-in-law.The other guests at the gala were caught between shock and terror. They had assumed that when the Sunblade Warlord arrived, he would personally take Nick down. The Stormwell family was on good terms with the Warlor
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Aurelius Cain clenched his fists, staring at Warren Gallagher with undisguised confusion."Is this man one of yours?"Warren shook his head slowly."Someone like him? My squad wouldn't dare take him in."Aurelius let out a short laugh, convinced the other man was playing games. "Enough. Stop stringing me along.""I'll tell you straight: I'm taking this man today. That's final."Every soldier under Aurelius's command raised their weapons, barrels and blades trained squarely on Nick Crane."As long as I'm standing here, you won't touch a hair on his head." Warren's voice dropped to a cold edge. His own men moved in unison, drawing their weapons and leveling them at Aurelius's forces. If they dared make a move, they would learn exactly how unforgiving the Tempest Warlord could be.Nick watched Warren arrive and gave a slight nod of acknowledgment. Warren understood that Nick never voluntarily revealed his identity, so he would maintain the cover
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